Enjoiner

/ɛnˈdʒɔɪnər/ noun

Definition

one who enjoins; a person or authority that issues a command or injunction.

Etymology

From enjoin + -er (agent suffix). This rare noun refers to the person or entity performing the action of enjoining.

Kelly Says

This word is extremely rare—we almost never use 'enjoiner' because courts, judges, and authorities are more specific terms—but it shows English's consistent ability to create agent nouns.

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